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Racial Justice

St. John’s acknowledges that we gather on the lands of the first people of Oakland,
 today known as the Muwekma Ohlone People
St. John's is committed to dialogue and racial reconciliation. We partner with Genesis to take action on social justice issues that impact minority communities. 

We also have various educational offerings such as documentaries, book discussions and forums, which help us to hold the discussion of current issues that affect race today

Sacred Ground
Our ongoing series, Sacred Ground, is a film and readings-based dialogue on race, grounded in faith. Small groups are invited to walk together through chapters of America’s history of race and racism, while weaving in threads of family story, economic class, and political and regional identity. This is offered several times a year.

The 10-part series is built around a powerful online curriculum of documentary films and readings that focus on Indigenous, Black, Latino, and Asian/Pacific American histories as they intersect with European American histories.

Sacred Ground is a part of Becoming Beloved Community, the Episcopal Church’s long-term commitment to racial healing, reconciliation, and justice in our personal lives, our ministries, and our society. This series is open to all, and especially designed to help white people talk with other white people. Participants are invited to peel away the layers that have contributed to the challenges and divides of the present day – all while grounded in our call to faith, hope and love.
St. John's Episcopal Church, Oakland

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1707 Gouldin Road
Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 339-2200
[email protected]

Service Times
Sunday 7:45 am
​Sunday 10:00 am (Livestreaming available)
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LGBTQ+ Affirming

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​​St. John's is an LGBTQ+ welcoming and affirming congregation.

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  • About St. John's
    • Welcome
    • Mission
    • Directions
    • History
    • Staff >
      • Scott Denman
      • Kathleen Moore
      • Ben Riggs
      • Lori Robinson
      • Siv Ricketts
      • Kathy Araujo
      • Fran Toy
      • John Dwyer
  • WORSHIP
    • Services >
      • Worship Ministries
      • LiveStreaming
    • Spiritual Practices >
      • Practicing Mindfulness
      • Centering Prayer
    • Religious Rites >
      • Baptisms
      • Confirmation
      • Memorials
    • Hearing Loop
  • Parish Life
    • Children & Youth >
      • Children
      • Youth
    • Adults
    • Action & Justice >
      • Commitment to Racial Justice
    • Group Activities
    • Softball
    • Committees
  • Contact
    • Contact
    • Vestry
    • Ministry Catalysts
    • Deanery Delegates >
      • Executive Council Meetings
  • INFORM
    • News
    • The Mouse
    • Sermons
    • Parish Business
  • GIVE
    • 2025 Pledge Drive
    • Gateway - The Capital Campaign
    • Giving >
      • Year-round Stewardship
      • Planned Giving
  • SCHEDULE
    • Parish Calendar